ANTHRAX

Anthrax disease is a severe illness caused by the bacteria called Bacillus anthracis, which is usually transferred from animals to humans. It generally takes 7 days for the bacteria to harm the body and show visible signs and symptoms. The most common symptoms of anthrax are nausea, vomiting, fever, breathing trouble, and blood in cough among others. This condition is treated by using mild antibiotics. Anthrax has various categories, and they are: Cutaneous Anthrax, Gastrointestinal Anthrax, Inhalation Anthrax, and Injection Anthrax.

HOW IS ANTHRAX DIAGNOSED?

People usually get Anthrax from animals and it is not contagious among humans.